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Outpost Kitchen celebrates their fourth anniversary with new additions to their breakfast and lunch menus. “Our mission of serving vibrant, healthy cuisine in an environment that pays homage to the laid back Australian lifestyle has remained true since we opened four years ago,” comments restaurateur Jay Lewis, who is currently developing Outpost Kitchen’s second location set to open this summer in Costa. “We’re constantly looking to the future, identifying ways we can work with farmers and…

Snooze is celebrating National Pancake Day on March 5 with pancakes and charity. In honor of National Pancake Day, there will be one-time-only return of some of Snooze’s most missed pancakes, as chosen by guests and staff. Pancake flavors include:

King Cake: A honey cinnamon pancake topped with vanilla buttercream, served with maple…

Hollywood producer McG and restaurateur Jordan Otterbein (of River Jetty Restaurant Group) have announced plans to open a brand new restaurant, CdM, set to open in March. Executive Chef Jonathon Blackford of A Restaurant has been promoted to Corporate Executive Chef of River Jetty Restaurant Group and has developed a new signature menu for CdM.

The kitchen will have an in-house dry curing cabinet for custom charcuterie, a pasta extruder for fresh, uniquely shaped pastas and a Wood…

Wienerschnitzel is expanding its delicious Chili Cheese Fries with three all-new Loaded Chili Cheese Fries varieties showcasing regional tastes from across the country. Wienerschnitzel’s iconic Chili Cheese Fries have become one of the World’s Largest Dog Chain’s most-requested menu items. The three flavor extensions available starting Feb. 25 at 325…

Bad to the Bone BBQ will be pouring pints, serving signature smoked meats and getting into the Irish spirit this St. Patrick’s Day weekend with featured offerings. St. Patrick’s Day selections include: Irish egg rolls filled with shredded corned beef, braised cabbage, Swiss cheese and stout mustard, priced at $8.99; corned beef Reuben with Swiss cheese,…

The Pizza Press has opened a new location on the Balboa Peninsula in Newport Beach. The Pizza Press is known for its fresh, high quality ingredients, assortment of local craft beer on tap, and a fun 1920s Americana newspaper theme. Customers at The Pizza Press are invited to create or “publish” their own pizza by choosing from an extensive selection of fresh,…

Orange County Restaurant Week, the area's most celebrated foodie event of more than a decade, returns Sunday, March 3th through Saturday, March 9th. This year, nearly 150 restaurants will participant in OC Restaurant Week, offering diners a wide variety of options, from casual and family friendly establishments, to…

San Luis Obispo County local, Lynette Sonne, founded FARMstead ED to connect visitors and farmers; something that educates people on the importance of sustainable practices, local land, and craft. Sonne has organized opportunities for both tourists and townies to learn about everything from meat to mixology. Now, Sonne’s agri-cultural roots are growing again;…

Chef Nick Oberlin is reinventing his breakfast favorites with an innovative and fun brunch menu available Al Fresco at Pour Company in Fullerton. Guests are invited to enjoy the new Brunch menu from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday on Pour Company’s covered private patio with its own outdoor bar, offering morning Eye Openers, including Bottomless…

The Queen Mary presents an unforgettable evening of romance and old-world glamour at My Vintage Valentine. Two evening seating times will offer a signature four-course dinner and special show featuring vintage burlesque performances, a steamy tango duet, and captivating contortionists celebrating love, playfulness, and beauty.

SideDoor’s popular monthly Cheese Takeovers continues in 2019. Starting Wednesday, February 20th., the third Wednesday of each month will showcase a select portfolio of artisanal cheeses from various boutique creameries in California and across the country. SideDoor’s own certified cheesemonger, Tracy Nelsen, will be on hand at each takeover to educate guests…

The 12th Annual Laguna Beach Taste of the Nation will be held on Sunday, May 5, at Montage Laguna Beach. The afternoon brings another stellar line-up of great chefs, sponsors and beverage participants including Curtis Stone, Australian celebrity chef and well-known food television star. The event benefits Share Our Strength’s No Kid Hungry, raising funds…

For Valentine’s Day, the Anaheim White House is offering a 4-course prix-fixe dinner menu at 4 seatings, 4-4:30, 6:30, 8-8:30 and 10-11. For more information, visit www.anaheimwhitehouse.com or call 714-772-1381.

Heads up to those who love Hello Kitty, Antonello Ristorante near South Coast Plaza has something special planned for Valentine’s Day. Antonello's is offering a 4-course prix fixe dinner and a special take-home gift -- a bottle of Hello Kitty Pino Nero. For more information, visit http://www.antonello.com/ or call (714)…

Cozy up with that special someone this Valentine’s Day at Farmhouse at Roger’s Gardens. Enjoiy a selection of lunch and dinner specials courtesy of Owner and Executive Chef Rich Mead in the romantic, garden setting.

On Thursday, February 14, the seasonal menu will include seven new, special Valentine’s Day dishes including two small plates, two…

El Torito is offering free nachos during the Big Game on Super Bowl Sunday to guests by saying, “Go Rams”. The free nachos are the Nachos Supremos which is Chicken on a mound of warm chips, melted cheese, refried beans and guajillo chile sauce topped with fresh jalapenos, tomatoes, green onions and guacamole.

Many in Orange County know of the charitable work performed by Sir Bruno Serato, but may not know how his work has extended into the lives of African Americans. And for that, the humanitarian has been named community ambassador of the 39th Annual Black History Parade and Cultural Fair being held in Anaheim on Saturday, February 2 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. The…